Lipedema: a little known disease affecting millions of women
Lipedema is a chronic, progressive fatty tissue disease that affects approximately 1 in 10 women worldwide. It is characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat in the legs, thighs, hips and, in some cases, also in the arms. What is most striking is that this accumulation is disproportionate to the rest of the [...]
Serotonin: the hormone against depression
Throughout his life, the human being experiences a wide range of emotions triggered by experiences or memories. These reactions are not only psychological, but also respond to chemical processes in the brain, regulated by neurotransmitters such as serotonin. Serotonin, whose scientific name is 5-hydroxytryptamine, is known as one of the "hormones of [...]
Endorphin: the analgesic hormone
Endorphins are neuropeptides (small proteins) that bind to opioid receptors in the central nervous system. Endorphin is one of several substances made by the body that can relieve pain and give a sense of well-being. Its name comes from two words: endogenous, meaning internal or natural, and morphine. [...]
Oxytocin: much more than the love hormone
Oxytocin is one of the four hormones that constitute the happiness hormones. It is popularly known as the "love hormone" or "the hug hormone", but the truth is that it is a fascinating molecule. Its action extends to the brain and the body, modulating everything from social bonds to appetite, [...]
Factor V Leiden: what you should know about this hereditary thrombophilia
Did you know that factor V Leiden is a type of inherited thrombophilia present in approximately 2% of the population? What is factor V Leiden and how is it related to thrombophilias? Thrombophilia is a condition in which the blood has an increased tendency to form clots, even when there are no [...]
Alzheimer's Treatment with Lecanemab: Why your Genetic Profile (APOE) Matters
What is Alzheimer's disease and how does genetics play a role (APOE)? Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, responsible for between 60% and 80% of cases. It is considered a neurocognitive condition linked to aging, as its frequency increases markedly with age. In Western populations, it affects approximately [...]
DNA translation
Our DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is our instruction manual. It is made up of a sequence of letters (nucleotides - A, T, C and G) that give rise to proteins, the functional elements of our organism. To do this, DNA needs to be read, interpreted and translated. This is where a process known as translation comes into play. Phase [...]
How to download your RAW file from 23andMe and upload it to ADNTRO?
(All example based on 23andme - Updated March 2025) We understand that recent news related to 23andMe may have raised concerns about the protection of your genetic data, not only with them, but with other companies in the industry. For us, security and respect for your information is not only a matter of [...]
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease and one of the leading causes of hypothyroidism in the world. In this disorder, the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, affecting its ability to produce essential hormones for metabolism. Below, we explore in detail what it is, its symptoms, its prevalence and its [...]
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, damaging the myelin sheaths that cover neurons. This damage, caused by inflammatory processes, interferes with the transmission of nerve impulses, slowing them down or blocking them completely. Myelin plays an essential role in the conduction of electrical impulses in the brain.